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7 Day OSE7 Rail Package Itinerary (Departing Brisbane on Saturdays)

Day 1: Saturday - Brisbane to Longreach

Guests will depart Brisbane aboard the Spirit of the Outback for an overnight rail journey to Longreach, the heart of Outback Queensland.

Day 2: Sunday - Longreach

Welcome to Longreach where you will receive a warm Outback greeting by our Outback Aussie Tour Driver/Guide and a courtesy transfer to your accommodation. Late afternoon we take a tour to Ilfracombe where you will step back in time and roam among the intriguing antique machinery and farm equipment that forms the Ilfracombe Machinery and Heritage Museum. Special Welcome Dinner tonight is at the iconic 100+ year old Wellshot Hotel. Meet fellow travellers and hear all about the adventures ahead with a tour orientation by our Savannah Guides Master Operator driver/guide. Accommodation – 4 nights Longreach Motor Inn

Day 3: Monday - Longreach

Take a Longreach Town Tour this morning followed by some free time for you to wander through downtown Longreach. Wander the Qantas Founders Museum and step inside the 747 and 707 jets on a guided interpretive tour. Late afternoon, board the MV. Explorer for the Drover’s Sunset Cruise on the Thomson River. Unwind with on-board nibbles and drinks, watching a magnificent Outback sunset. Enjoy a 2 course table-service dinner under the stars as you watch the entertaining Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show.

Day 4: Tuesday - Longreach

Witness a ‘totally different way of schooling’ at Longreach School of Distance Education where you will walk in the footsteps of the students and teachers who share a classroom more than twice the size of Victoria! Visit the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame where you will discover the inspiring stories of the men, women and children living in and pioneering Outback Queensland. Late afternoon, experience the warm hospitality of local graziers on our Camden Park Station Sunset Tour including a tour of the historic Homestead, with its royal past, and almost 100-year-old shearing shed, and gain an insight into the history of grazing in the Outback. Enjoy an exclusive Camden Park Dinner under the spectacular Outback night sky.

Day 5: Wednesday - Longreach

Be prepared to be impressed, with the changing landscapes as we travel from Longreach to Winton. We visit the Australian Age of Dinosaurs perched on a magnificent mesa overlooking the plains where dinosaurs once roamed! Onsite, we’re treated to a top-class interpretive tour of the laboratory, collection room and Dinosaur Canyon by Dinosaur enthusiasts – a truly enlightening experience. Heading into historic Winton we take a town tour and visit the Waltzing Matilda Centre for a self-guided tour and lunch.

Day 6: Thursday - Longreach to Brisbane

Guests will be transferred to the Longreach Railway Station for your first class overnight rail journey back to Brisbane aboard the Spirit of the Outback.

Australian Age of Dinosaurs Guided Tour of the Laboratory, Collection Room & Dinosaur Canyon

Winton Town Tour including a self-guided tour of the Waltzing Matilda Centre

Qantas Founders Museum Entry and Jets Tour

Ilfracombe Tour and Ilfracombe Machinery and Heritage Museum

Historic Wellshot Hotel Dinner

*Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame (ASHOF) has advised it may be temporarily closing from approximately 01 February to 01 March 2019 (to be confirmed). If this occurs, ASHOF will be replaced by an exclusive guided coach tour of the Longreach Pastoral College and Longreach Sales Yards, including morning tea, followed by entry into the Longreach Powerhouse Museum.

Tour Inclusions

Central motel ensuite accommodation at Longreach Motor Inn

Travel by quality touring vehicle

Savannah Guides Operator Driver/Guide

Most meals

Entries/activities as specified in itinerary

Longreach accommodation arrival/departure transfers

BONUS Queensland Rail Deals

Rail Packages include return overnight First Class Sleeper on the Spirit of the Outback between Brisbane and Longreach

Customer Reviews

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Accolades for the Outback!
Wade, from Outback Aussie Tours welcomed us on arrival and farewelled us on departure. We had a group of twelve and he just fitted in with us all, making everyone feel special. His happy layback disposition made you feel relaxed. We did the 7 day Summer Escape. It exceeded our expectations. We were undecided whether we would drive or take an organised tour. We’re glad we chose the latter arriving by train - the Spirit of the Outback. No planning necessary except reading an itinerary. We were fortunate to sit in on the Longreach School of Distant Education farewell to teachers. The passion of the people and genuine country hospitality stood out as they enthusiastically included us in their world. Every aspect of this tour was a highlight including the Longreach Motel Inn who offer great food and service. Accolades to the staff and volunteers at every attraction in Longreach, Winton and Ilfracombe for their enthusiasm and passion.

Talknsmile, Hervey Bay

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Excellent tour of Longreach's attractions, especially dinosaur tour!
We did this five day tour at the height of summer but this did not detract from the tour at all. The bus was always on time and we travelled in air conditioned comfort. The driver was very knowledgeable and accommodating. When the road to the dinosaur site outside Winton was wet, he altered the tour so the dinosaurs were in the afternoon when the road would be drier.
The Stockman;s hall of fame was well worth seeing. We especially enjoyed the tour of Camden Park and the BBQ dinner there where you could see the stars in all their glory.
The downside of a January trip was that the school of the air was closed. Instead we saw the power house.
The days were organised but there was plenty of free time too, which we spent in the pool at the motel.

120ch00kie, Brisbane

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Visit Longreach - Best four days!
Thanks Dave and Renee, our bus driver and assistant. Outback Aussie Tours made our stay memorable and enjoyable. They were always on time to pick us up, bus was very comfortable, and Dave went out of his way to ensure that my father (86 years old and many stories to tell), did not miss out on seeing the Longreach Power Station where he had worked. The Power Station was closed due to the time of year, but Dave made arrangements to have it opened especially for him. Thanks Dave. Renee always had a smile and a kind word, and ensured day trips ran with a hitch. We would definitely recommend this business, for exploring the sights of Longreach and Winton.

Helen, Brisbane

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Book early and take advantage of our following saving options

Early

Emu Offer

Book and pay deposit by 31 Dec 2018 and save up to $400pp on selected 2019 tour departures.

Past

Passenger Savings

Past passengers enjoy Early Emu Offers on all 2019 tour departures if they book and pay deposit before 31 Dec 2018.

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with Friends & Save*

When six or more people book a holiday of 6 days or more together, you will each receive $150pp off your tour price.

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Tour Discount**

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Outback Aussie Tours

Alan and Sue Smith are proudly born and bred Western Queenslanders. Together with their Outback Aussie Tours team, they delight in sharing the natural and cultural beauties that this area of Australia’s Outback has to offer.